The Secret of Monte Cristo

A brisk, old-fashioned treasure hunt with swordfights and double-crosses, easy to enjoy without much thought.

Directed by

Monty Berman, Robert S. Baker

Genres

Adventure

Starring

Rory Calhoun, Patricia Bredin, John Gregson

Tagline

HE FOLLOWED A MYSTERY MAP TO TERROR AND TREASURE!

Overview

A dashing ex-officer in His Majesty’s army, Captain Adam Corbett (Calhoun) becomes embroiled in intrigue when he agrees to escort Colonel Wilfred Jackson and his daughter Pauline on a perilous quest for treasure. Possessing one-quarter of a map, they soon rendezvous with three mysterious characters, each with a fragment and a secret agenda. Armed with only a sword and his wits, Corbett battles brigands, soldiers and thieves as he accompanies the expedition to the island of Monte Cristo, where betrayal and fortune await.

How it feels

Earnest, tense and romantic. Brisk and easy to follow.

About

Betrayal, loyalty, survival, addiction

Content

Mild violence. No gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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